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FV08 DDL

2008 Honda Civic

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,043 mi
Last recorded162,043 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Civic78,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 DDL
MakeHonda
ModelCivic
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 162,043 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

under the chassis body sealant applied

Pass 24 Feb 2025 159,444 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 154,688 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 147,652 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides slightly fading pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides getting low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 147,652 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides slightly fading pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides getting low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 139,384 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides fading pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear of arm both sides bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides slightly worn inner edges and pads getting low slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 131,448 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front engine cover rear hanging down loose

Fail 30 Dec 2020 131,448 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and below legal limits (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front engine cover rear hanging down loose

Pass 21 Jun 2019 121,816 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 101,446 miles

Covers fitted upper and lower

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 101,445 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Covers fitted upper and lower

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 81,524 miles

Covers fitted upper and lower

Fail 30 Jun 2017 81,524 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Covers fitted upper and lower

Pass 6 Jun 2016 61,609 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn & perished

Rear brake pads low

Sill covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2015 53,424 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 44,775 miles

os/r tyre wall has hole in it

Pass 23 May 2013 42,688 miles

SIDE WALL DAMAGE TO OFFSIDE REAR TYRE

Pass 8 Feb 2012 40,106 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 40,106 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 36,628 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Civic?

Based on 9,391,580 MOT tests across 693,715 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,044
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
693,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 307,913
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 187,316
Stop lamp not working 163,967
position lamp(s) not working 160,748
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132,914
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FV08 DDL is a 2008 Honda Civic in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Honda Civic models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 78,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Civic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 307,913 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV08 DDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Civic typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Civic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FV08 DDL registered?

FV08 DDL is a 2008 Honda Civic, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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